Forms
Below are the forms needed to register with Appletree Day Care Centers. For questions or concerns regarding enrollment, classes, the Services that we offer or information in general, please call us or use our contact form for more information.
| Enrollment Application | Download |
| Discipline and Behavior Management | Download |
| Travel Authorization | Download |
| Emergency Information Card | Download |
| Medical Report | Download |
| Bye Bye Buggy Permission Form | Download |
| Photography Permission | Download |
Choosing a Child Care Provider
Child Development
- Five Steps To Raising Optimistic Children
- How to Wear Cloth Face Coverings
- COVID-19 Parents Supporting Children
- Actively Listening to Your Child
- Children’s Oral Health
- Helmet Safety
- Ultimate Guide to Exercise for Children in School and at Home
- A Guide to Children’s Mental Health
- Developmental Milestones Matter
- Safety in Seconds: Sleep Safety
Health & Safety
- COVID-19 Parents Supporting Children
- Caring for Children
- Cleaning And Disinfecting Your Home
- Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease
- Children’s Oral Health
- The 12 Ways to Health Holiday Song
- Food Safety Tips for the Holidays
- A Healthy Mouth for Your Baby
- Halloween Health and Safety Tips
- Ultimate Guide to Exercise for Children in School and at Home
***The information contained in these resources is for general information purposes only and is not meant in any way to replace advice given by healthcare professionals.***
Parenting Articles
- Five Steps To Raising Optimistic Children
- COVID-19 Parents Supporting Children
- Caring for Children
- Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease
- Actively Listening to Your Child
- Children’s Oral Health
- The 12 Ways to Health Holiday Song
- Food Safety Tips for the Holidays
- A Healthy Mouth for Your Baby
- Halloween Health and Safety Tips
***The information contained in these resources is for general information purposes only and is not meant in any way to replace advice given by healthcare professionals.***
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
“Learn the signs. Act early.” materials are not a substitute for standardized, validated developmental screening tools.
Developmental Milestones
Skills such as taking a first step, smiling for the first time, and waving “bye bye” are called developmental milestones. Children reach milestones in how they play, learn, speak, behave, and move (crawling, walking, etc.).
Click on the age of your child to see the milestones:
“Learn the signs. Act early.” materials are not a substitute for standardized, validated developmental screening tools.
National Resources Links
- American Association of Poison Control
- Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
- Child Care Aware Child Care Resources, Inc.
- Child Development – CDC
- Child Help National Child Abuse Hotline
- Children’s Health – National Library of Medicine
- Choose My Plate
- Disney Family Kids
- Health National Association for the Education of Young Children
- National Center for Family Literacy
- National Child Care Association
- PBSParents
- Positive Parenting
- Safe Child
- Safe Kids
State & Local Resources Links
Recent Articles
Five Steps To Raising Optimistic Children
Why should you want your child to be an optimist? Because, as Dr. Martin Seligman explains: “Pessimism (the opposite of optimism) is an entrenched habit of mind that has sweeping and disastrous consequences: depressed mood, resignation, underachievement and even...
How to Wear Cloth Face Coverings
Cloth face coverings are an additional step to help slow the spread of COVID-19 when combined with every day preventive actions and social distancing in public settings. Who should NOT use cloth face coverings: children under age 2, or anyone who has trouble...
COVID-19 Parents Supporting Children
Children and teens react, in part, on what they see from the adults around them. When parents and caregivers deal with the COVID-19 calmly and confidently, they can provide the best support for their children. Parents can be more reassuring to others around them,...
Quality Child Care – Best Practices in Action
Alex the Bear Goes to Child Care
Going to child care for the first time or entering a new child care setting can be a daunting experience for both children and parents. Alex the Bear seeks to make the transition exciting, enjoyable and a lot more fun! Join Alex as he prepares for his first adventure in child care.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Health & Safety
Health and safety measures are important in any child care facility. Child care programs should have plans and procedures in place to keep children safe from illness and injury.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Activities
Daily, scheduled activities provided for children in child care and early education programs offer opportunities for children to develop, practice skills and learn.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Caregiver to Child Ratios
Learn more about the recommended ratio guidelines for caregivers and children in quality child care. The lower the ratio, the more one-on-one attention each child may receive.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Caregiver Interaction
Caregiver interaction is important for several reasons. A close level of caregiver supervision helps protect children from injury. Engaging children in activities and conversations promotes learning and improves language skills.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care
Training & Education
Child development training for child care staff helps ensure quality programs for children. Child care providers should also receive training on a variety of health and safety topics.
Provided By: Child Care Aware – A Project of the Office of Child Care